Iowa State University
Postdoc Research Associate - Engineering
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Job Description
- Req#: R17294
- Ph.D.
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience with biolistic delivery experiments
- Demonstrated expertise in gold particle synthesis and delivery agent formulation
- Demonstrated, in-depth understanding of gene gun operation and optimization
Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - EngineeringAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will support research focused on redesigning the gene gun to improve the biolistic delivery process for plant transformation. Responsibilities include synthesizing chemical reagents involved in the process, engineering new device components to enhance delivery efficacy, and optimizing the system from both an engineering and plant tissue culture perspective. The postdoc will contribute to both fundamental research and translational development.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Proposed Start Date:
August 1, 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
July 31, 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Part timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date:
June 27, 2025Posting Close Date:
July 4, 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17294- Ph.D.
About the company
Iowa State University of Science and Technology,, is a public land-grant research university in Ames, Iowa.
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